Pills Found in Pennsylvania Frozen Fish

March 2008

Pills found in fish in PA Gorton’s, Inc. has recalled approximately 1,000 cases of frozen fish in 10 states. The recall came after a New Freedom, PA woman and her daughter discovered pills in their food.

The recall is for Gorton's 6 Crispy Battered Fish Fillets, 11.4 ounces. The UPC Code is 44400157770, with a date code of 7289G1 and a best-if-used-by date of April 2009. In addition to Pennsylvania, the fish was sent to nine other states: Alabama, Delaware, California, Florida, Georgia, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee and Texas.

Gorton’s is working with the Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture and the Food & Drug Administration to uncover the source and nature of the pills. The pills are described as beige and aspirin-sized.

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Sources:
"Pills found in fish prompt Gorton's recall." The Associated Press. March 1, 2008.
"Gorton's Seafood Recalls 6 Crispy Battered Fish Fillets Due to Possible Adulteration." FDA Press Release. February 29, 2008.